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Which of the following actions by a billing and coding specialist ensures a patient's health information is protected?

Confirming test results with the patient over the phone at the reception area
Asking patients the reason for their visit during check-in
Using data encryption software on office workstations
Leaving the workstation unlocked while stepping away to assist another patient

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Using data encryption software on office workstations.

Explanation: Encryption protects electronic protected health information from unauthorized access. The other actions risk exposing PHI (confirming results in a reception area or asking reasons for visit aloud) or violate security (leaving a workstation unlocked).